ONE CITY. ONE COMMUNITY. NO DIVIDES.

After seeing the incredible atmosphere around Derry this Halloween, it reminded me just how fantastic our wee city can be when everyone comes together.

Thousands of people, young and old, from all backgrounds, enjoying themselves and sharing something positive.

That’s the Derry I love. And that’s the Derry I want us to build on.

Today I’m delighted to announce that our new MUCKERS website is officially live!

It’s still very early days, and there’s plenty of work to do, but the vision is simple.

I want MUCKERS to become a place where we celebrate everything that’s good about Derry. A place to promote cross-community events, local activities, good news stories and opportunities that bring people together.

And of course, it’s also the new home of our yellow Friendship Bands, encouraging friendship, kindness and respect, particularly among our younger generation.

Catholic, Protestant, neither or anything else. Who cares? We’re all Derry people.

Over the coming weeks, the website will continue to develop, with more news, information, events and opportunities for people to get involved.

BUT I CAN’T DO THIS ALONE!

I’m still looking for local businesses, shops, community organisations and individuals who would like to support what we’re trying to achieve.

Whether that’s helping distribute Friendship Bands, promoting the initiative, sponsoring future batches or making a small donation, every bit of support will help.

I’ve personally funded the first 1,000 bands, but if we’re going to grow this into something special, we’ll need a wee bit of help along the way.

I don’t want MUCKERS to be just another website or Facebook Group.

I want it to become something Derry can genuinely be proud of.

And here’s the exciting bit. We’re only getting started, so now is your chance to get involved and help shape where this goes.

Imagine Derry becoming known not just for its history, its walls or its Halloween celebrations, but as THE CITY OF FRIENDSHIP.

Wouldn’t that be something worth working towards?

Have a look around the new website, share it with your friends, and if you think you or your business could help, please get in touch.

💛 MUCKERS. ONE CITY. ONE COMMUNITY. NO DIVIDES.

The website is live. The vision is growing. Now let’s see what we can achieve together.

Brian
The Wee Derry Prod